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    Maryland Gov. Hogan, largest state employee union reach deal on worker pay
    AFSCME Maryland Council 3 expressed frustration with the outgoing Republican governor and what it called a “take it or leave it offer."
    Construction on the Maryland State House in Annapolis began in 1772 and it's the oldest state capital building in the nation still in continuous legislative use. The building's dome is undergoing a rehabilitation project.
    State set to consider new lease for Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium
    New deal could keep the NFL team in Baltimore for up to 25 years.
    M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD, Friday, October 14, 2022.
    Maryland property values up 20% since 2020, state finds
    The statewide residential and commercial combined assessment increase beat 2022’s overall jump of 12% and is the highest year-over-year value hike in several years.
    colorful row-homes
    ‘The quintessential public servant’: Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh is retiring after 36 years in state politics
    Frosh used his authority to take on the Trump administration, push for criminal justice reforms and protect consumers during his two terms in office.
    Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh poses for a portrait in his office in Baltimore, Thursday, December 15, 2022.
    Should law enforcement officers convicted of felonies receive pensions? Two state lawmakers say no.
    State Sen. Jill P. Carter and Del. Jheanelle K. Wilkins plan to introduce legislation that would prevent law enforcement officers convicted of felonies from collecting pensions, a move spurred by the news that a former longtime state parks official facing rape charges will begin collecting a $94,500 pension while in jail.
    Collage of Gunpowder Falls park sign, ranger's house, ranger seen from behind, and woman in front of window
    Banner political notes: More names for the Moore team; Brown, Lierman set swearing-in dates; Senate shuffle
    Gov.-elect Wes Moore is adding more members to his administration, but he still has only announced two cabinet secretaries.
    Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
    Additional tickets available for Moore-Miller inaugural gala
    “The People's Ball” in Baltimore sold out of its first run of 8,000 tickets.
    Democratic gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore declares victory at an Election Night event at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront on Tuesday, November 8. Democratic candidates Wes Moore, Aruna Miller, Chris Van Hollen, Anthony Brown and Brooke Lierman held a combined event beginning at 8 p.m. as the polls closed.
    The Baltimore Banner sues Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner over denial of public records
    The lawsuit alleges that the medical examiner’s office is improperly denying access to key portions of autopsy reports that are public records under state law.
    6/8/22—Exterior of The Baltimore Banner office sign with the hanging banners.
    How government red tape is keeping food benefits from hungry Marylanders
    A series of breakdowns in government services, Lydia Moore said, prevented her from maintaining food benefits: mail arriving after a pivotal deadline; unanswered phone calls to the state agency; a missed interview she didn’t know had been scheduled.
    Lydia Moore poses for a portrait inside of her apartment complex, in Baltimore, Wednesday, December 14,2022,
    Gov.-elect Moore sells out inaugural ball in Baltimore
    The planning committee is working to secure more space for partiers in the Baltimore Convention Center.
    Democratic gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore celebrates with his running mate, Aruna Miller, after declaring victory at an Election Night event at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront on Tuesday, November 8. Democratic candidates Wes Moore, Aruna Miller, Chris Van Hollen, Anthony Brown and Brooke Lierman held a combined event beginning at 8 p.m. as the polls closed.
    Maryland’s Prescription Drug Affordability Board finally gets off the ground. Advocates hope its strategy pays off.
    What’s next for Maryland’s first-of-its-kind Prescription Drug Price Affordability Board, and will its innovative approach to lowering drug prices succeed?
    A Miami pharmacist fills a prescription in this 2007 file photo. A Maryland board intended to limit the cost of prescription drugs will issue its first report this week.
    Gov. Hogan declares Friday a state holiday; Maryland state offices will close
    The declaration by the outgoing governor will offer a four-day weekend for many state workers as Monday had already been designated as a holiday to mark Christmas.
    A Maryland Flag waves in the wind.
    Banner political notes: New names for Maryland’s top courts; Honors for departing Mosby, Anderson; More people join the Moore administration
    Maryland’s two highest courts have new names after voters approved the change last month.
    Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
    BetMGM sports betting app fined for taking wagers too early
    The $146,000 fine represents the largest penalty ever levied by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission.
    A hand hold a mobile phone with four sports betting apps displayed.
    Outgoing Gov. Hogan cautions lawmakers and Gov.-elect Moore not to overspend
    The state government is expected to have $5.5 billion in rainy day funds and a budget surplus.
    Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, joined by Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford, discusses his recommendations for the next state budget, which will be introduced by his successor, Democratic Gov.-elect Wes Moore. Hogan held a press conference at the State House in Annapolis on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022.
    An ‘accidental politician,’ Aruna Miller prepares to become Maryland’s next lieutenant governor
    Aruna Miller’s family of immigrants didn’t really discuss politics, but Miller jumped into Democratic Party work after becoming a citizen and voting for the first time in 2000.
    Lieutenant governor-elect, Aruna Miller poses for a few candid photo during an interview at the Baltimore Banner.  Miller, a Democrat from Montgomery County, is a transportation engineer by training, served in the Maryland House of Delegates, immigrated to the U.S. from India as a child, will be the first woman of color as Maryland lieutenant governor.
    Maryland’s next Republican Party leader must rebuild after election rout
    After getting trounced in statewide elections, the Maryland Republican Party turns to political consultant Nicole Beus Harris as its new leader.
    Campaign buttons are set out on a table at a campaign office opening for Dan Cox, the Republican nominee for Maryland governor, in Annapolis on Aug. 15, 2022.
    Gamblers spent big on mobile sports betting in first days following Maryland launch
    Most mobile sports gambling apps lost money in the first days of operation due to generous free play promotions.
    A hand hold a mobile phone with four sports betting apps displayed.
    How Maryland failed families and children with complex needs
    Caring for children with highly complex emotional and behavioral needs is a challenge that exists across the country. But in Maryland, the problem has worsened over the last decade — and many blame outgoing Republican Gov. Larry Hogan.
    Danielle Leclair is mom to Patience, a 14-year-old girl she adopted from Delaware. Patience has PTSD and other mood disorders likely as a result of fetal alcohol syndrome and childhood abuse and neglect. Leclair has sought help for Patience since adopting her in 2017 but has been failed by the state's child services system.
    Banner Political Notes: A parting gift for the Lt. Gov.; Mosby honors Mosby; a new job for John King
    Part of Rosaryville State Park in Prince George’s County has been named the “Rutherford Area,” an honor that Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford did not know was in the works when he visited the park this week.
    Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
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